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Valley Park trail repairs delayed; new mid-August opening projected

Mendota Heights City Council · July 7, 2026
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Summary

Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek said the Valley Park trail, closed for streambank work, suffered additional damage from a June 26 water-main break; repairs and design modifications are underway and the trail is now expected to open in mid-August.

Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek told the council that the Valley Park trail closure — originally for streambank improvements — suffered additional damage from a June 26 water-main break, delaying the planned July 3 opening. Ruzek said repairs are underway, design modifications will be necessary for the bridge and trail, and the revised opening is expected in mid-August.

Councilor Paper asked for the status update during the July 7 meeting and thanked staff for the ongoing work to repair the trail. The modification is intended to address both the water-main damage and the streambank improvements that prompted the original closure.